Best 7 The Real Bran Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable world of Bran Muffins, a delightful treat that offers a symphony of flavors and textures. With their wholesome blend of oats, raisins, and a hint of cinnamon, these muffins are not only satisfying but also packed with nutritional goodness. Dive into the collection of recipes presented in this article, each offering a unique twist on this classic breakfast or snack. From the traditional Bran Muffins bursting with plump raisins to the tantalizing Chocolate Chip Bran Muffins that combine the best of both worlds, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. Embrace the nutty flavor of Almond Bran Muffins, or savor the delightful crunch of Streusel Topped Bran Muffins. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Blueberry Bran Muffins are a delightful explosion of juicy blueberries. With a variety of options to choose from, these Bran Muffins are sure to become a staple in your kitchen, enjoyed by family and friends alike.

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BRAN MUFFINS



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These moist, flavor-packed Bran Muffins are a classic and this recipe is the best ever!

Provided by Shauna Sever - Midwest Made

Categories     Muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups bran flake cereal, finely crushed (*see note)
1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
2/3 cup light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons turbinado sugar for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Combine the cereal, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon into a large bowl and whisk together. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl whisk together the buttermilk, oil, egg, and vanilla. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir to blend well. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours. The batter will become very thick.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line your muffin tin with 10 paper liners and set aside.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the liners, filling them completely. Sprinkle with the turbinado sugar.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool in tin for 2 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Sugar 18.1 g, Sodium 398.1 mg, Fat 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg

OAT BRAN MUFFINS



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This is not OATMEAL, but oat BRAN muffins. I have made these for about five years now, and I really love them. They are great made with cinnamon or cranberry applesauce, as well as plain applesauce. My daughter loves them and I hope you will enjoy them, too!

Provided by Bron

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup dark brown sugar
1 ½ cups oat bran
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup chilled applesauce
4 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Line or grease 12 muffin cups.
  • Blend together brown sugar, oat bran, flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Add eggs, chilled applesauce, and vegetable oil. Mix until well-blended. Spoon batter into muffin cups. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • VARIATIONS: Add 1 cup plumped raisins, with a little bit of raisin water (approximately 2 tablespoons). Or, before baking, sprinkle mixture of sugar and cinnamon over the tops of the muffins. Or, add 1 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg to flour mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 403.3 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

BRAN MUFFINS



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These hearty, nutritious muffins make a nice addition to all your meals no matter what time of day. They can bake while you prepare other menu items, so you can enjoy them hot from the oven.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup 100% bran cereal
1 cup whole milk
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Combine flour, baking powder, sugar and salt; set aside. In a bowl, combine cereal and milk; let stand for 2 minutes. Add egg and oil; mix well. Add dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. , Spoon into greased muffin cups. Bake at 400° until golden brown, 18-20 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

DEEP DARK OLD RECIPE BRAN MUFFINS



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Ever wanted to make the really dark bran muffins that have more bran than flour in them? This recipe has been in the family for years and has the date 1910 on the original paper the recipe was written on!! You will NOT be disappointed. Instead of raisins, try using dates, prunes, figs, blueberries, or nuts.

Provided by LorrieT1

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups wheat bran
1 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
2 eggs
1 ½ cups buttermilk
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup molasses
2 ½ tablespoons vegetable shortening, melted
½ cup chopped raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 18 muffin cups, or line with paper muffin liners. Whisk the bran, flour, salt, and baking soda in a mixing bowl; set aside.
  • Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl. Whisk in the buttermilk, sugar, molasses, and melted shortening until smooth. Stir in the bran mixture along with the raisins until no dry lumps remain. Pour into the prepared muffin tins, filling them no more than 2/3 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 265.8 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

THE REAL BRAN MUFFINS



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My girl friend gave this recipe to me over 20 years ago. It's no cupcake muffin, it really works! Molasses is the only sugar in this recipe.

Provided by Shar-on

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups natural bran
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup molasses
1 egg
1 cup raisins (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix tog. the egg, milk and molasses.
  • Combine all the dry ingredients.
  • Mix these two mixes tog and add raisins at the end if you are including them.
  • Do not over mix.
  • Spoon into greased muffin tins and bake at 350 degF for 20 minutes.

BRAN MUFFINS A LA BRIAN



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A bran muffin made with buttermilk and golden raisins. This is a recipe that is a combination of a variety of trials and errors. It is the only bran muffin recipe my husband likes.

Provided by Tammy

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¼ cups wheat bran
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 tablespoon molasses
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 12 cup muffin tin, or line with paper muffin liners. In a small bowl, mix together the wheat bran and buttermilk. Set aside to soak until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to blend together the brown sugar, vegetable oil, egg and molasses. Stir in the bran mixture. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into the batter until just moistened. Mix in raisins. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the tops spring back when lightly pressed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 264.6 mg, Sugar 19.4 g

THE ORIGINAL ALL BRAN MUFFINS



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Make and share this The Original All Bran Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups Kellogg's all-bran cereal
1 1/4 cups milk
1 egg
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine cereal and milk. Let stand 1/2 hour.
  • Add egg and oil; beat well.
  • Add rest of ingredients. Beat just until combined.
  • Put into muffin pans sprayed with Pam.
  • Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be.
  • Mash the bananas well: This will help to ensure that the muffins are smooth and consistent in texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in tough, dense muffins.
  • Fill the muffin cups only about 2/3 full: This will allow the muffins to rise properly without overflowing.
  • Bake the muffins at a high temperature for a short period of time: This will help to create a crispy crust and a moist interior.
  • Let the muffins cool completely before frosting or serving: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting and the muffins from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Bran muffins are a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect bran muffins every time.

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